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TRX Y Raise

IntermediateStrengthTier T3

Using TRX straps, lean back and pull yourself up with arms in Y position. Advanced back exercise.

Targets: Shoulder
Muscles: Deltoids

Stop if

Choose an easier exercise if pain reaches 6 out of 10 or becomes sharp. Stop and rest if pain reaches 8 out of 10.

This is the general ClapMove rule. This exercise has no extra stop rule of its own.

  • Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
  • Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.

Equipment needed

  • Works at home
  • Works at the gym

other

No equipment? Try: Gymnastics rings

Dosage

3

Sets

10

Reps / Time

60 sec

Rest

2 up / 1 hold / 3 down

Tempo

Step-by-Step Guide

Set up

  • Hold TRX handles
  • Walk feet forward and lean back
  • Arms extended in front, body in straight line
  • The more you lean, the harder it is
  1. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 1 of 5

    Pull yourself up by squeezing shoulder blades

  2. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 2 of 5

    Arms move out to Y position

  3. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 3 of 5

    Squeeze at the top

  4. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 4 of 5

    Lower slowly with control

  5. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 5 of 5

    Keep body straight throughout

Breathing

  • Breathe out as you pull up
  • Breathe in as you lower

Form Cues

  • Squeeze shoulder blades hard
  • Keep body straight
  • Don't bend elbows much
  • Control the lowering

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Bending elbows too much
  • Sagging hips
  • Not going to full Y
  • Dropping down too fast

Safety Information

Keep body tight. Don't let hips sag.

Progressions

Walk feet forward to make harder

Regressions

Walk feet back to make easier